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6th Gear
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New Owner
I have an 04 convertable. I have put about six thousand miles on it and have a question for more experienced owners.
When rounding a curve the rear tires loose contact with the road momentarily if I hit a bump or seam in the pavement. This occurs at speeds as low as 50 mph and it doesn't have to be a hugh bump. For example the same section of road will cause no problem for my Monte Carlo. Is this normal or do I have a problem with the suspension?
When rounding a curve the rear tires loose contact with the road momentarily if I hit a bump or seam in the pavement. This occurs at speeds as low as 50 mph and it doesn't have to be a hugh bump. For example the same section of road will cause no problem for my Monte Carlo. Is this normal or do I have a problem with the suspension?
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6th Gear
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More questions.
After allowing my old hillbilly brain to turn a few more revolutions it occurs to me:
What kind of tires would be a good replacement?
Do I need to replace only the rear tires or all four?
Will the tire pressure monitor still work OK with other types of tires?
Would it help to just reduce the pressure in the present tires?
Thanks in advance for your help!
What kind of tires would be a good replacement?
Do I need to replace only the rear tires or all four?
Will the tire pressure monitor still work OK with other types of tires?
Would it help to just reduce the pressure in the present tires?
Thanks in advance for your help!
Racer
Joined: Jul 2004
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From: Atlanta, GA
I replaced my originals with BFG KDW's in stock size. I tend to get a little "wheel hop" when taking a corner at speed. I didn't get this with the GY EMT's. Not sure if I am just finding the outer limits of the grip or what. I do enjoy the better ride I get with the non runflats. If you go with non runflats you will want to pick up a patch kit and small compressor to keep in the car. Stay away from the fixaflat stuff as it can damage the sensors. Welcome to Vette ownership and enjoy your ride. I just completed my first mod today... Borla Stingers. Now it sounds the way it should. I love it. 
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